I love Taos Ski Valley. It’s one of my favorite places on Earth. The resort is chock full of rowdy lines, you’re skiing high above the New Mexican desert, the food is downright delectable and the vibe is as down to Earth as you’ll find anywhere. So, you can imagine my delight when I discovered that the season nine premiere of Salomon Freeski TV profiles the southwestern gem of a ski area. Follow Josh Daiek and Stan Rey as they find out how badass Taos truly is.

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